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Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
Iconic Week Celebrations of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav  of Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs during 30.05.2022 to 05.06.2022
Telecast of the Video-tutorial of Youth Parliament
The ‘Video-tutorial of Youth Parliament’ premiered on Sansad TV at 10 a.m on 30th May, 2022. A large number of people watched the video-tutorial. The tutorial sought to showcase the noble ideals of Youth Parliament like encouraging tolerance of divergent views, addressing problems by debating and discussing, etc. with a view to strengthen the roots of our democracy and spread democratic ethos among our student community to familiarise them with the Parliamentary procedures and functioning. The tutorial also carried the message of AKAM.
The repeat telecast of the tutorial was aired on Sansad TV as per the following schedule:-
First repeat telecast - At 2.00 p.m on 02.06.2022 Second repeat telecast - At 6.00 p.m on 05.06.2022
The video-tutorial has also been hosted on the YouTube channel of National Youth Parliament Scheme  of the Ministry and can be accessed at https://youtu.be/ut32HqVbHeg .
Youth Parliament Sitting under the 16th National Youth Parliament Competition for Universities / Colleges
Himachal Pradesh National Law University, Shimla  organized a sitting of Youth Parliament on 30th May, 2022 during the Iconic week, under the 16th National Youth Parliament Competition for Universities / Colleges.
Central University of Haryana, Mahendragarh organized a sitting of Youth Parliament on 31st May, 2022 during the Iconic week, under the 16th National Youth Parliament Competition for Universities / Colleges.
Day for Disseminaton of Democratic Values 
31st May, 2022 was celebrated as the Day for Dissemination of Democratic Values  in the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs. The entire staff of the Ministry watched the video tutorial of Youth Parliament and shared the link of the video tutorial among their friends and family to give maximum publicity to the tutorial.
Implementation of National eVidhan Application  in Uttar Pradesh Assembly
In a historic event, during the iconic week celebrated by the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, National eVidhan Application  was implemented in Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly which conducted its budget session ended on 31st May 2022 using the NeVA platform. They also presented the Budget for the financial year 2022-23 using NeVA. Uttar Pradesh Assembly has become 2nd Assembly in India to adopt NeVA software to make the House paper-less and thus achieve the goal of digitisation of State Legislature.
Virtual Refresher organized by Central Project Monitoring Unit 
Central Project Monitoring Unit , National e-Vidhan Application  in the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs conducted virtual refresher workshop on 2nd-3rd June, 2022 during the iconic week for the officers and staff of the Gujarat Legislative Assembly for demonstrating various modules of NeVA.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
President launches countrywide Pulse Polio Programme for 2019
More than 17 crore children will be given polio drops
Strengthening of immunization programme has contributed significantly to the decline of Infant Mortality Rate  in the country: J P Nadda
The Hon. President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, launched the Pulse Polio programme for 2019 by administering polio drops to children less than five years old, at the Rahstrapati Bhawan, in the presence of Shri J P Nadda, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare. The Hon. President administered the polio drops on the eve of the National Immunization Day, which is observed tomorrow. More than 17 crore children of less than five years across the country will be given polio drops as part of the drive of Government of India to sustain polio eradication from the country.
Speaking at the function, the Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare Shri J P Nadda said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Universal Immunization Programme is focusing to protect children from more diseases than ever before and has introduced several new vaccines like Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine, Rotavirus vaccine, and Measles-Rubella vaccine in the recent past. “To provide additional protection to our children, Government has also introduced the injectable Inactivated Polio Vaccine into its routine immunization program,” Shri Nadda added.
Shri J P Nadda pointed out that Government is making all efforts to protect children from more and more diseases and emphasized that all vaccines under the programme must reach every last child of the country. “Along with Universal Immunization Programme of the country, we have also launched Mission Indradhanush to accelerate our goal to achieve more than 90% full immunization coverage. More than 3.39 crore children and 87 lakh pregnant women have been vaccinated through Mission Indradhanush drives,” Shri Nadda elaborated.
Shri Nadda further informed that strengthening of immunization programme has contributed significantly to the decline of Infant Mortality Rate from 39 in 2014 to 32 per 1000 live births in 2017.
The Health Minister also appreciated the efforts of State Governments and the supporting organizations like WHO, UNICEF and Rotary International etc., for strengthening the efforts of the Government not only for polio programme but also for other initiatives in immunization. He also applauded the efforts of the thousands of volunteers, frontline workers, and health officials across the states for their tireless efforts in keeping the country polio-free.
Also present at the function were Smt. Preeti Sudan, Secretary , senior officers of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and representatives of development partners.
Ministry of Civil Aviation
MoU for activating RCS - UDAN operations at Ratnagiri Airport to be signed tomorrow
MoU to be signed between Airport Authority of India and Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation
Fully committed to early operationalization of both Sindhudurg and Ratnagiri airports to boost tourism and economy of the Konkan Region: Civil Aviation Minister
The Ratnagiri airport, a defence airport as on date, is all set to start civil air operations soon. An MoU is being signed between Airport Authority of India and Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation  on 5th March, 2019, which will facilitate in activating Ratnagiri airport for Regional Connectivity Scheme operations under UDAN scheme of Ministry of Civil Aviation.
The MoU stipulates:
- AAI to provide all support for activation of the airport including CNS/ATM services
- MIDC to provide infrastructure for handling of aircrafts and passengers such as building passenger terminal, apron and taxiway for commencing RCS operations.
The Union Civil Aviation Minister Shri Suresh Prabhu has been speaking with all stakeholders such as the Ministry of Defence, the Maharashtra State Government and the Airport Authority of India to make Ratnagiri airport a civilian airport.
Speaking on the MoU, the Minister said: “We are fully committed to start air operations from Ratnagiri at the earliest. Bids under UDAN 3.1 have already been invited for operations for Ratnagiri-Mumbai-Ratnagiri sector. In order to speed up the work of construction of civil terminal and establishing navigation facilities, AAI is ready to work with MIDC and an MoU is being signed between AAI and MIDC in this regard on 5th March, 2019. We fully support and are committed to early operationalization of both Sindhudurg and Ratnagiri airports to boost tourism and economy of the Konkan Region”.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports approves appointment of Tan Kim Her as India’s badminton doubles coach
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has approved the appointment of ace Malaysian badminton coach, Tan Kim Her, as India’s Doubles Coach till the Asian Games in 2026. The 50-year-old’s return to India will raise the stock of the double’s combinations in the country.
The 24-year-old Chirag Shetty, who is ranked World No. 8 with Satwiksairaj Rankireddy in men’s doubles, welcomed the announcement. “Satwik and I are happy that Tan coach will be back with us. We always look up to him as he paired us together despite our early hesitation because while we were similar, neither of us was confident of playing the front court,” he said.
“Tan coach’s conviction helped us reach the level we did. He got us from nowhere to the top 16 by the time he left India. We are thankful to the Badminton Association of India and the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports for getting him onboard," Chirag said.
“Coach Tan Kim Her is well aware of the Indian Badminton ecosystem and his inclusion will strengthen the doubles contingent even more. I am glad that BAI and SAI could come together to execute his appointment which will not only help our leading doubles pairs, Chirag  and Satwik  but also help to groom the next in line doubles bench strength." said Ajay K Singhania, General Secretary, BAI
In his first stint  as Doubles Coach in India, Tan trained Satwiksairak Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty to the top 10 in the Badminton World Federation men’s doubles ranking and Ashwini Ponappa and Sikki Reddy to a top 20 spot in the women’s doubles ranking. Besides, six pairs were ranked among the top 50 across different pairs.
Tan, who coached the Japanese men’s doubles team to victory in the 2021 World Championships and the mixed doubles team to a silver medal in the World Championships and bronze medal in the Tokyo Olympic Games, will also be responsible for putting in place an overall coaching system and plan besides oversee coach education.
Among other things, he will identify Indian coaches with potential and assist in their skill development by holding four workshops each year. This will ensure that the nation will have a number of doubles coaches with the skill sets to take the Indian teams to greater heights in the future.
Vice President's Secretariat
Vice President advises DU authorities to continue the present quota procedure by earmarking seats for the talented artists
Take prompt action on finalizing the examination calendar and on filling up vacant positions in the University - Vice President to Delhi University
The Vice Presdient, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu today advised the authorities of Delhi University to review the decision relating to quota for extra-curricular activities and continue the present quota procedure by earmarking seats for the talented artists. The Vice President made this suggestion after receiving numerous requests on this issue from Members of Parliament and prominent artists.
Shri Naidu, who is also the Chancellor of the University of Delhi, made these remarks in a meeting with the Pro-Vice Chancellor & Dean Colleges, Delhi University who called on the Vice President today morning. They briefed him about various issues including the issue of Extra Curricular Activities quota for admission to first year college. The Vice President was earlier also briefed on this issue by Secretary, Ministry of HRD.
During the meeting, the Vice President was also briefed on Open Book Examination System & filling in of pending appointments of Registrar, Comptroller of Examination, Librarians, Principals of Colleges & other officials.
He suggested to the University to take prompt action on finalizing the examination calendar as well as on filling up vacant positions in the University.
Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Ministry of Corporate Affairs allows extension for filing of certain forms till 31.03.2023 without payment of additional fees
Due to migration of MCA21 portal from Version 2 to Version 3.0 and change in way of filing in Version-3 and based on the request of Stakeholders, Ministry of Corporate Affairs  has decided vide General Circular 05/2023 to allow further additional time till 31.03.2023 for filing of 45 forms launched on 23rd January 2023 without additional fees, to the stakeholders. This is in continuation of General Circulars No. 1/2023 dated 09.01.2023 and 03/2023 dated 07.02.2023.
Further, Form PAS-03  which was closed for filing in Version-2 on 20.01.2023 and launched in Version-3 on 23.01.2023, and whose due dates for filing fall between 20.01.2023 and 28.02.2023, can also be filed without payment of additional fees till 31.03.2023.
In addition, reservation period for the names which are reserved under sub-section  of section 4 of the CA 2013 is extended by a further period of 20 days. The resubmission period under rule 9 of Companies  Rules, 2014 falling between 23.01.2023 and 28.02.2023, is also extended by 15 days.
These changes have been given effect vide MCA General Circular No. 04/2023 dated 21.02.2023. The extension will enable stakeholders to seamlessly migrate to the newer filing system launched as part of MCA21 Version 3.0 portal.
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
Electricity to farmers through renewable energy sources
The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy  is providing subsidy up to 30% of the benchmark cost of the solar water pumps to the farmers under Off-grid and Decentralized Solar PV Applications Programme. Till date over 1.85 lakh solar water pumps have been reported installed in the country under the Programme.
The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy provides financial support to various R&D/academic institutions for research in the field of solar, wind, biogas, biofuel, storage, etc. for technology development and demonstration leading to commercialization. A comprehensive policy and guidelines for research, development and demonstration  for new and renewable energy sector are in place. Under these guidelines Central Financial assistance up to 50% of the project cost can be provided for the projects that involve partnership with industry / civil society. However, for proposals from academic institutions, Government/non-profit research organizations and NGOs, financial assistance up to total project cost can be provided. MNRE sanctioned 112 R&D Projects to various R&D/Academic institutions, industries, etc. with total financial support of Rs. 523.43 crore in renewable energy sector in the country during the 12th Plan Period.
This information was provided by Shri R.K. Singh, Union Minister of State  Power and New & Renewable Energy in written reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.
Vice President's Secretariat
Vice President arrives in Aizawl, begins tour of Mizoram and Sikkim
Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga calls on Vice President Shri Naidu
VP attends cultural program at Raj Bhawan hosted by Governor of Mizoram, Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati
The Vice President, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu arrived in Aizawl here today on a four-day tour of Mizoram and Sikkim from March 9.
Shri Naidu was welcomed by the Governor of Mizoram, Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, Mizoram Minister for Health & Family Welfare, Dr R. Lalthangliana, Rajya Sabha MP Shri K. Vanlalvena and other dignitaries at the Lengpui Airport.
Later, the Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga called on Shri Naidu at the Raj Bhavan and extended his greetings.
In the evening, Shri Naidu attended a cultural event at Raj Bhawan hosted by the Governor. The Vice President witnessed traditional dances of Mizoram, namely - Sarlamkai, Chheih Lam and Cheraw, among other cultural performances. Shri Naidu conveyed his appreciation for the artists for beautifully showcasing the culture of Mizoram.
The Vice President is scheduled to address the Legislative Assembly of Mizoram on Thursday, 10th March, 2022.
Cabinet
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Singapore on Cooperation in the field of Planning
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its ex post-facto approval to the MoU between India and Singapore on cooperation in the field of urban planning and development. The MoU was signed on 31st May 2018.
The objective of the MOU is to facilitate government agencies in the Centre and States, including Municipal Bodies, to readily tap into the expertise of Singapore agencies in the areas of urban development and management and other areas, and thus help in urban rejuvenation, mission. This will also facilitate to build capacities in NITI and equip the officials with skills related to evidence based policy writing, evaluation etc. and help NITI to play the newly assigned role of a Think Tank in a more effective manner.
Under this MOU, capacity building programme in the field of planning, focusing on areas of urban planning, water and waste water management, solid waste management, Intelligent Transport System and public financing  would be undertaken.
Major Impact:
This MOU would lead to dissemination of knowledge of best practices, build capacities and provide hand holding support to various government agencies at the State and Central levels in the areas of urban planning, water and waste water management, solid waste management, Intelligent Transport System and public financing .
Beneficiaries:
The officials from Central Government, State Government and Urban Local Bodies would directly benefit by enhancing their knowledge base which would ultimately get manifested in the improvement in the urban civic amenities.
Ministry of Defence
AFMS to import oxygen generation plants from Germany to tide over current surge in COVID-19 cases
MoD giving extension to SSC Doctors in AFMS till December 31, 2021
Armed Forces Medical Services  has decided to import oxygen generation plants and containers from Germany, amid shortage of oxygen in the hospitals during the second wave of Covid-19 across the country. Twenty-three mobile oxygen generation plants are being airlifted from Germany that will be deployed in AFMS hospitals catering to the COVID patients.
Each plant has a capacity to produce 40 litres of oxygen per minute and 2,400 litres an hour. At this rate, it can cater to 20-25 patients round the clock. The advantage of these plants is that they are easily portable.These oxygen generating plants are expected to arrive in India within a week.
In another important decision, Ministry of Defence is giving extension to Short Service Commissioned Doctors in AFMS till December 31, 2021 to tide over the current surge in medical services. This will augment the strength of AFMS by 238 more doctors.
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Shri Ananth Kumar was known for his energy, enthusiasm and initiative: Vice President
Mandatory neem coating of Urea was a historic contribution by him;
Pays tributes to Late Union Minister, Shri Ananth Kumar
The Vice President of India, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu has said that Shri Ananth Kumar was known for his energy, enthusiasm and initiative in whatever responsibility he was assigned to handle. He was addressing the gathering at the Condolence Meeting of Late Union Minister, Shri Ananth Kumar, here today.
The Vice President said that Shri Ananth Kumar took active interest in students’ issues and politics and also participated in the movement led by late Shri Jaiprakash Narayan. He was first elected to the 11th Lok Sabha in 1996 and had been Member of that House for 6 consecutive terms from the Bengaluru South Lok Sabha Constituency, he said. Being a Member of Lok Sabha for 22 years without a break and being elected 6 times consecutively from an urban constituency with informed electorate speaks for his connect with the people he represented and his place in the hearts and minds of the people, he added.
The Vice President said that as the Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers, the mandatory Neem coating of Urea was a historic contribution by him under the able guidance of the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi. His concern about affordable quality health care was also instrumental in expansion of Jan Aushadhi Kendras across the country, he added.
Shri Naidu said that in the passing away of Shri Ananth Kumar, the country has lost a passionate social activist, a peoples’ representative who had worked hard for their welfare, a distinguished Parliamentarian, an able administrator and a committed social worker. ‘I pray for his soul rest in peace and convey my deepest confidences to the bereaved members of his family’, he added.
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
Department of Consumer Affairs invites applications for filling up one existing and four anticipated vacancies of the Members in the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, New Delhi
The Department of Consumer Affairs invites applications through online mode only for filling up one existing and four anticipated vacancies of the Members in the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, New Delhi. The details of the applications, terms and conditions of appointment, salary and prescribed application form are available at URL:-https://jagograhakjago.gov.in/ncdrc and the last date for submission of applications is 9th December, 2022.
The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission is an Appellate Authority established under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 to entertain various appeals under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. It also adjudicates consumer complaints relating to defective goods, deficient services, including inter-alia, unfair trade practices. Its headquarter is situated in New Delhil.
The qualifications, eligibility, salary and other terms and conditions of the appointment of a candidate will be governed by the provisions of the Tribunal Reforms Act, 2021 and the Tribunal  Rules, 2021.
The Search-cum-Selection Committee constituted under the Tribunal Reforms Act, 2021 for recommending names for appointment to the said post shall scrutinize the applications with respect to suitability of application for the posts by giving due weightage to qualification and experience of candidates, and shortlist candidates for conducting personal interaction. The final selection will be done on the basis of overall evaluation of candidates done by the Committee based on the qualification, experience and personal interaction.
Advertisement and prescribed application form, the Tribunal Reforms Act, 2021, the Tribunal Rules, 2021 and the Consumer Protection  Rules, 2020 are placed on the Department of Consumer Affairs’ website [URL:www.consumeraffairs.nic.in] for easy reference.
All eligible and willing individuals may submit their applications online through URL:-https://jagograhakjago.gov.in/ncdrc by 9th December, 2022. Wherever applicable, a copy of the applications submitted online along with prescribed documents may be submitted through proper channel to Director , Department of Consumer Affairs, Room No. 251, Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi – 110001.